Also, basic mss descriptions and digitized images are fortunately remain available via iiif.biblissima.fr
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Adjective: simple or unremarkable in a non-pejorative sense. "Basic" software, "basic" version. Only the trendy/mainstream sense is slang.
"It's a basic implementation, nothing fancy."
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These results, called theorems, include previously proved theorems, axioms, and—in case of abstraction from nature—some basic properties that are considered true starting points of the theory under consideration.
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Boringly mainstream; lacking originality. Often paired with "white girl" stereotypes (PSL, Uggs, etc.) but used much more broadly now.
"Pumpkin spice latte? So basic."
"basic" means boringly mainstream; lacking originality. It is one of many casual words teens pick up from friends, social media, music or sport, and on its own it carries no particular warning. If you hear your teen use it, it is fair to ask what they mean by it in their friend group, since meanings drift quickly. Asking out of curiosity rather than alarm tends to keep the conversation open and useful.
"basic" is informal English meaning boringly mainstream; lacking originality. It is used widely across English varieties. A more formal or neutral equivalent would be something like "boringly mainstream" expressed in standard vocabulary. A common mistake is to assume "basic" can replace its standard equivalent in every register; keep it for spoken or casual situations and use the formal form in writing. If you are a B2 or C1 learner, it is useful to recognise this word when you hear or read it, but think carefully about whether the situation really calls for it before using it yourself.
“Also, basic mss descriptions and digitized images are fortunately remain available via iiif.biblissima.fr”
“Which is actually the best car wash option? Which option is actually best value? I always default to triple foam, but does my car actually need anything above the basic eco wash?”
“These results, called theorems, include previously proved theorems, axioms, and—in case of abstraction from nature—some basic properties that are considered true starting points of the theory under consideration.”
“BASIC (Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code) is a family of general-purpose, high-level programming languages designed for ease of use.”
“In addition to the programming language, Kemeny and Kurtz developed the Dartmouth Time-Sharing System (DTSS), which allowed multiple users to edit and run BASIC programs simultaneously on remote terminals.”
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